Polisher

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COMING SPRING 2026: We are seeking to hire dynamic and experienced team members to join our award winning hospitality team as Gracious Hospitality Management expands our operations to our newest project, 550 Madison. Comprehensive on-site training provided for qualified and eager candidates! Gracious Hospitality Management's 550 Madison project is their most ambitious to date: a multi-level, 15,000-square-foot dining destination inside the iconic landmark Sony building. The project will bring together three distinct concepts - the second New York location of the Michelin-starred COTE Korean Steakhouse, an all-day multi-bar and dining concept- Chimera, and an intimate sushi restaurant led by Michelin-starred Chef Masahiro Yoshitake- Sushi Yoshitake . Designed by Rockwell Group, with Yoshio Itai collaborating on the sushi concept, 550 Madison is set to redefine immersive, transportive dining in Midtown Manhattan. Please see below information on our hiring and interview process: Interview Phase: Resume screening and interviews. There will be open calls scheduled the week of 2/9/26 and 2/16/26. Selected candidates will receive an invite to attend. Hiring Phase: Post-open calls, candidates will receive welcome and onboarding emails from the People and Culture team. Training Phase: New hires will train several weeks in advance of the anticipated opening date of 550 Madison. Pre-Opening: New hires should expect the friends and family service during regular dinner hours during this phase. Grand Opening: The restaurant will celebrate its grand opening and transition into full daily operations. 550 Madison is hosting an Open Call Hiring Event and we want to meet you! This is your chance to learn more about our team, our culture, and the exciting opportunities we have available. DETAILS: 📍 Location: 550 Madison Avenue 550 Madison Ave New York, NY 10022 **Upon arrival, please use the entrance of Bar Chimera. 📅 Date: Tuesday, April 28, 2026 ⏰ Time: From 11:00am to 2:00pm We're currently hiring for positions across all departments, including: Prep Cook Polisher Line Cook Porter Receiver Pastry Cook Drink Runner Server Assistant Server Food Runner Host What to bring: - A copy of your resume (if you have one) - A great attitude and passion for hospitality Feel free to arrive at any time between 11 AM and 2 PM. Kindly note that there may be a wait depending on when you arrive. 550 Madison está organizando un evento de contratación abierta (Open Call Hiring Event) y ¡nos encantaría conocerte! Esta es tu oportunidad para conocer más sobre nuestro equipo, nuestra cultura y las emocionantes oportunidades que tenemos disponibles. DETALLES: 📍 Ubicación: 550 Madison Avenue 550 Madison Ave New York, NY 10022 **Por favor utilice la entrada del Bar Chimera. 📅 Fecha: Martes, 28 de abril 2026. ⏰ Horario: De 11:00 a. m. a 2:00 p. m. Actualmente estamos contratando para puestos en todos los departamentos, incluyendo: Cocinero de preparación Pulidor/a Cocinero de línea Personal de limpieza / mozo Recibidor de mercancía Pastelero Auxiliar de bebidas Asistente de mesero Mesero / Camarero Auxiliar de alimentos Anfitrión Qué traer: - Una copia de tu currículum (si tienes uno) - Una gran actitud y pasión por la hospitalidad Puedes llegar en cualquier momento entre las 11:00 a. m. y la 2:00 p. m. Ten en cuenta que puede haber tiempo de espera dependiendo de la hora en que llegues. Polishers are dynamic hospitality and maintenance professionals responsible for ensuring that each piece of glassware, flatware, and plate ware is inspected for flaws and polished to a shine before re-entering service into the hands of our customers in perfect condition. Polishers work with all members of the Back of House and Front of House Service team to ensure a smooth continuation of service. Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities: Job duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Receives all clean glassware, flatware, plate ware, and other service equipment from the Porters in the dish pit and inspects for flaws before polishing. Removes cracked or defective items from service and informs management. Polishes all clean glassware, flatware, plate ware, and other service equipment to a perfect shine. Ensures no watermarks, stains, lint, or other debris remain on product. Regularly polishes and maintains kitchen pots and pans using metal polish. Maintains cleanliness and appearance of the dish pit area at all times. Daily cleaning of ice machines, coffee station, water station, and refrigerators. Completes all assigned side work related to set up and breakdown of dish pit area. Maintains all tools of the position including specialty glass polishing cloths. Reports to each scheduled shift on time, in uniform, and ready to work. Responsible for training new employees as assigned. Assists other stations or areas of the restaurant when requested by management. Standards: Dis

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